Elizabeth “Betty” C. Mailloux, 89, died Sunday 9/28/2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Montague City on February 25, 1936, the daughter of Gideon and Elizabeth (Arel) Croteau. She was a graduate of Turners Falls High School, Class of 1954. She was married to Theophile “Theo” Mailloux Jr. in 1959.
She was a very caring, loving and patient Wife, Mom, Mother-In-law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother (GG). She will be truly missed by all.
Her joy was spending as much time as possible with her family at any event and especially during the holidays. She also loved her trips with family on cruises, casinos and wineries.
She enjoyed spending time with her classmates at get togethers and class reunions. Her class recently celebrated their 70th Class reunion in 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband Theophile J. Mailloux Jr.; brothers, Paul and Phillip Croteau; parents, Elizabeth and Gideon Croteau; and son in law, John Timothy Ollari Jr.
Among the survivors, Betty leaves a brother, Gideon Croteau; a sister, Yvonne Evans; eight children, Theresa Perkins (Donald), Sandra Mailloux-Ollari, Donald Mailloux (Susan), Daniel Mailloux, Denise Mankowsky (James), Raymond Mailloux (Kimberly), Cheryl Noyes (Michael), Alan Mailloux (Kelly).  She was also very blessed with 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren with whom she truly enjoyed having visits from.
Calling hours will be held on October 8, 2025, at Kostanski Funeral Home, 1 Kostanski Square, Turners Falls from 8:30-9:30am followed by a Memorial Mass at 10am at Our Lady of Peace Church, 90 Seventh Street, Turners Falls.  Burial will follow at Erving Center Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Pioneer Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 101 Munson St. Suite 103, Greenfield MA 01301 or Our Lady of Peace Church, 90 7th St., Turners Falls, MA 01376.
For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.